At this national level
meet, discussions and deliberations were held to further strengthen the demand
for grant of Tribal status to the Nepali Speaking Gorkha community of India.

I suggested for
constitution of a committee comprising leaders/representatives of various
Nepali speaking communities from respective regions to give further momentum to
bring a logical conclusion to the demand. The problems being faced by all
Nepali Speaking Gorkha community across the nation is the same. The demand for
providing socio-economic and political rights should therefore be fulfilled.
This is not the demand for reservation only but recognizing the identity of the
brave protectors of this great nation. Such brave protectors of the country
should by no means make to feel insecure.

The need of the hour is
to have a strong civil society amongst Nepali Speaking Gorkha community so that
the spirit of true Gorkhali is kept alive.

Many Gorkhali martyrs
have laid down their lives during India's struggle for independence including the
Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. Their statues should be constructed in their respective
home towns/cities. I also suggested for making a film on the contributions made
by Nepali Speaking Gorkha community in various fields so that the younger
generations get inspired. Called upon all intellectuals, scholars including the
media fraternity to contribute with their writings, which will help in
projecting good image of Nepali Speaking Gorkha community across the world.
This would further garner appreciation of our community and our contributions
to the nation.

I also released a book
titled Study Forum, a GJM publication on Gorkhaland.

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When i started my blog on Sikkim way back in 2007, i had it clear on my mind that this blog shall help people look out for knowledge on Sikkim. I always wanted a knowledge house about Sikkim, its past, present and future. I do not know over the years how much did i succeed but my determination to let other understand my Sikkim is always giving me a push.
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Shital Pradhan
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